Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Basics

Develop practical skills in Computer Assisted Design (CAD) to create, edit and present 3D digital prototypes. Open your career to new opportunities. Register now and start anytime.

Time:Price
$199		Time:Duration
10 hours 		Time:Delivery
Online 		Time:Starts
Anytime

About this course

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is a technology that has revolutionised the engineering and manufacturing industries by enabling the creation and manipulation of virtual prototypes and models.

In this course, you will learn the basics of using CAD for creating, editing and presenting 3D digital prototypes, specifically using the Autodesk Inventor software package. You will be introduced to the user interface in a freely available software package and work with features such as sketching, modelling, assembly and presentation. With a focus on practical exercises, you will learn how the application of these tools can solve real-world design problems and the potential opportunities to integrate this technology into the modern workplace.

On completion of this course, you will receive a digital Certificate of Completion as well as a credential point to support your further study. This course is one of several courses that comprise the Professional and Industry Skills suite. View the full list of courses available within this suite.

Who should do this course?

This course is ideal for those looking to develop foundational skills in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and how it can be utilised in the workplace.

Course Structure

This self-directed course provides 10 hours of fully online learning. You will have up to six months from the date of registration to access the materials and complete the course. This course has been designed with flexibility in-mind, ensuring that your studies suit your lifestyle or work needs.

What you will learn

As part of the course, you will:

  • Understand the basic principles and concepts of computer-aided design
  • Build your knowledge of how to apply CAD to real-world design problems
  • Create and modify 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software
  • Understand opportunities for industry applications of CAD

Develop practical CAD skills with access to industry-leading tools

Gain confidence in applying new technologies in your workplace.

Informed by industry practitioners

Receive a Certificate of Completion and a credit point towards further study

Behind this course

This short course has been developed by experienced educators, industry leaders and skilled professionals, ensuring you receive an up-to-date and well-rounded short course. Utilising community and industry consultation, you’ll complete this course with the information and understanding demanded by modern industry, well-equipped for whatever you do next. Built with flexible learning options, this short course has been designed to fit into your schedule, with the learning to be flexible, engaging and practice based.

Studying this short course can provide you with credit points for the elective unit "Industry Skills in Practice". For more information, please contact the unit coordinator.